This is Maurice Duponts top of the line Selmer copy. No detail is
overlooked with both the materials and workmanship being of the highest
caliber. The track record of this instrument speaks for itself, as so
many of todays top players use the Vieille Reserve model. Bireli
Lagrene recorded the first two Gypsy Project CDs with this model.
Patrick Saussois, of Alma Sinti fame, also plays a Dupont VRB.

This guitar includes:

-A 40 year old aged Spruce top

-Highly Figured 40 year aged Brazilian back and sides (Wow, this is as
good as it gets! Stunning piece of wood!! Maurice told me he only has a
few more pieces left of this amazing Brazilian. After that it's back to more austere looking wood)

-Deluxe, encased DM tuners

-The top has a real pliage (i.e. the wood was bent over a hot iron like
the old Selmers. Almost all other Selmer copies have forced tops which
aren't as punchy).

The sound and playability of this instrument are among the best I've ever
seen for a new guitar. The only thing better is an actual vintage
Selmer or Busato in good condition which is impossible to find and
would cost twice as much or more. The Dupont VR is a guitar that plays
and feels like a new guitar,
but has the clarity, punch, and tone of an old seasoned instrument. I know of
no other luthier that builds a guitar with these qualities.

This guitar is best for those who like the Selmer sound. Favino
lovers should look elsewhere as this instrument doesn't have the low
end or honky upper mids that are characteristic of Favinos. Like the
old Selmers, the Dupont VR is bright with much of the sound
concentrated in the extreme high frequencies. The low end has the
traditional "hollow" sound to it. Each
note is rounded and bell like with a smoky complexity only found in the
best of instruments. This guitar also cuts like a knife and requires
very little force to do so. Players with a light touch will be
surprised at the volume this guitar can generate. All in all, this is
the most traditional Gypsy
sound you can get in a new guitar. If you like a more modern Gypsy tone
then you should consider a Hahl or a JP Favino.

This guitar is setup perfectly with medium low action and 11 gauge
strings.There are no buzzes and every note is clear as a bell. If you
like to play fast, this guitar is for you. It is among the easiest
playing Gypsy guitars out there....

A TKL hardshell case, owner's certificate and a bottle of Dupont
Cognac are also included.

This is the CASH price...add 3% (4% for International orders) if you'd like to pay with a credit card